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16" wheels on '04 QC 4x4?

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Old Jun 8, 2005 | 09:52 AM
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Wondering if anyone can help me out with some technical info about wheels for my Hemi. 2004 QC 1500 4x4, will 16" rims fit, or is 17" the minimum I can use? Also, any info on a good front leveling kit along with biggest tires I can squeeze in without rubbing would be appreciated. Looks like 33x12.50's might be close, I was thinking maybe 32x11.50x17 SSR's?
 
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Old Jun 8, 2005 | 11:03 AM
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As far as I know, 17" rims are the minimum b/c of the brake calipers.
 
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Old Jun 8, 2005 | 12:55 PM
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17" are the only route. I have read that 16.5"s have been tried befroe but I do not know the outcome. Best be safe and run the 17"s.

I had my torsion bars cranked to get about 1.75"s in the front. I had this done 2 years ago and have had no problems. I have been running 315/70/17s (34.5x12.5x17) for 2 years now. Now I have a body lift so it looks even better.
 
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Old Jun 8, 2005 | 03:29 PM
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TexasRamMan: Where you running the 315's with only a torsion bar crank? If so, any rubbing?
 
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Old Jun 8, 2005 | 04:41 PM
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Texas - could you post some pics? I am in the process of trying to work a deal to get rid of my 2wd QC and get a new 1500 4x4 QC and would like to see what it looks like with a little lift and some decent tires.

Did you install the BL or did you have someone throw it on for you? I have done a couple and the last one was on my 95 Ram. Like to know how much of a PITA it is.

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Charlie
 
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Old Jun 8, 2005 | 06:41 PM
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Thanks guys, appreciate the info
 
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Old Jun 9, 2005 | 03:48 PM
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If only I knew how to post a pic. I have set up a photo album with the pics that you are looking for. If anyone can help get them, let me know.
 
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Old Jun 9, 2005 | 03:49 PM
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https://dodgeforum.com/albumtn.aspx?...v652767927.jpg
 
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Old Jun 9, 2005 | 03:56 PM
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I'm definitely gonna have to shave the emblems off mine. That is a sweet ride. I love the sport appearance. The only reason I didn't get it was b/c the previously problems I had with chips and what not with monochromatic paint jobs. I also wanted the 17's and not 20's. Seems that all the dealers order the 20's and sport appearance together. I would also scratch it all to hell when I go hunting/fishing.
 
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Old Jun 9, 2005 | 04:04 PM
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TexasRamMan: Your truck looks awesome. Did the 315's rub at all when you only had a torsion crank?
 
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